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Aphasia: The disorder that makes you lose your words - Susan Wortman-Jutt

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Language is an essential part of our lives that we often take for granted. But, if the delicate web of language networks in your brain became disrupted by stroke, illness, or trauma, you could find yourself truly at a loss for words. Susan Wortman-Jutt details a disorder called aphasia, which can impair all aspects of communication.

Severe difficulty comprehending language might result if there is damage to:

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Meet The Creators

  • Educator Susan Wortman-Jutt
  • Script Editor Mia Nacamulli
  • Director Lisa LaBracio
  • Animator Josephine Mark
  • Designer Josephine Mark
  • Composer Cem Misirlioglu
  • Narrator Pen-Pen Chen

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